This rhythm activity uses "clusters" of notes played on the black keys. A "cluster" is formed when two or three notes are played simultaneously.

Instructions: 

• Watch the instructional video “Rhythmic Notation: Whole, Half, Quarter Notes and Rests." 
• Practice tapping each rhythm without audio until it feels comfortable. Use your left hand for the three black-key cluster and your right hand for the two black-key cluster. 
• Choose an audio track from the media playlist.
• Listen to the track several times to develop a feel for the style.
• Play each example on the designated black-key group along with the audio.

Hand Position

Stems up = Right Hand | Stems down = Left Hand